Craft + Creativity
Blog posts to help you learn, grow, and succeed as a writer.
Whether you're writing your first novel or revising your fifth, you'll find practical advice, craft tips, and publishing insights designed to help you move forward with confidence.
Four Reasons Your Novel Needs Backstory
Backstory is an important component of characterization. Here’s why you shouldn’t overlook it.
The Dreaded B-word: Backstory
Do not fear backstory! Here are five questions to deepen your protagonist's past.